Description
One-Skillet Creamy Spicy Ranch Chicken & Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy ranch sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something satisfying yet simple. With its delightful blend of spices and flavors, every bite feels like a warm embrace, making it a family favorite. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings everyone together around the table to share stories and laughter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F).
- Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Reduce skillet heat to low and add cream cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Whisk in chicken broth and milk gradually until combined and silky.
- Add cooked chicken and drained pasta to the skillet; toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with cheese or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 512
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 835mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg